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noun

IPA: /ˈθɜː(ɹ).maɪt/

Say it like: The-rmi-te

The correct spelling is thermite. A mixture of a metal and a metal oxide capable of producing a thermite reaction, such as aluminium metal and ferric oxide; used in incendiary devices.

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noun

  1. 1.A mixture of a metal and a metal oxide capable of producing a thermite reaction, such as aluminium metal and ferric oxide; used in incendiary devices.

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